Sylvia M. DeFelippo, 85 of Flaggy Meadow Rd., Mannington, WV passed away on December 31, 2012. She was born October 19, 1927, a daughter of the late Russell John Fletcher and Bernice Fletcher. She was the last surviving member of her family.
Sylvia was a member of the Moose Lodge #9 in Fairmont, WV for many years where she held various offices in the Women of the Moose. She was also a former member of the VFW # 629 of Fairmont, WV. She worked at the drapery factory in Mannington. She enjoyed raising her cocker spaniel dogs.
She is survived by her son, Vernon Hayes, Jr. of Fairmont; two daughters, Susan Heldreth of Mannington, and Martha Sampson of Chester, UK; a step-daughter, Judy Preston of Fairmont; step-daughter-in-law, Dion DeFelippo of Biloxi, MS; several grandchildren and step-granchildren, Cynthia and Frank Puskas, Patricia and Sonny Papalii of Fort Lewis, WV, Jamie and Tonya Hayes of Fairmont, Kimberly Myers of Mannington, Kerry and Bill Smith of Parkersburg, Alissa and Mike Eddy of Rivesville, Krista Posey of Fairmont, Sarah Sampson and Nicholas Swisher of Indiana, Jack Sarzuelo of FL, Dominick DeFelippo of Brooklyn, NY, Deanna DeFelippo and companion Kristie of Biloxi, MS, Dianna DeFelippo of Biloxi, MS, and Franklin and Kerry DeFelippo of Mobile, AL; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Sylvia was preceded in death by her first husband, Vernon Hayes in 1969, and her second husband, Dominick “Ming” DeFelippo in 2004; two brothers, Andrew H. Fletcher, Sr., Russell John Fletcher, Jr.; two sisters, Jane Hartzell and Grace Darter and their spouses; step-son, Douglas DeFelippo; step-son-in-law, Frank Preston; great-granddaughter, Samantha Smith; step-great-grandson, Justin Posey; step-granddaughter, Donna DeFelippo.
Thanks to the staff of Amedisys Hospice, including Melinda, Miranda, Yolanda, Bridget, Teresa, Paula, Karen, Greg and others for their compassionate care. Thanks to the staff of Rite-Aid Pharmacy in Mannington. Special Thanks to caregivers Ronda, Rella, Brianna, Judy, Carol, Rosie and Barb. Also Thanks to Brenna. Thanks to all the immediate neighbors on Flaggy Meadow Rd. who watched out for our Mom and helped her.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, WV on Thursday, January 3, 2013 from 2-7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 4, 2013 in the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. with Revered Donald Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at the Viewpoint Cemetery in Rachel, WV. On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com
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It was with a saddened surprise that I learned of the death. I know that it is always a terrible shock when someone close to you pass away. Sylvia was loved by many and will be missed by all I miss you Say hello to my husband ill be there shortly.Love Dion and family
We love you Grandma sure do miss u never will forget ur pepperoni rolls and fudge u used to send for Christmas!! Wish we could have seen you more!! We'll always miss you!!
Our deepest condolences would like to be expressed for the loss of my beloved grandmother, Sylvia. I will miss hearing her voice, and reminding her of all the great times we had together as a family, and all the great times I had as her grandchild. I have nothing but great memories of how much she and my grandfather Ming loved and cared for me. Although it saddens me deeply to let her go, I know she has been ready to be with my grandfather for some time. I know she is at peace, and they are once again together. Sending our deepest love and prayers, from myself, her grandaughter, my husband Sonny, and her great-grandsons; Tarae, Anthony, Saumani, and Jaevin.
With Love,
The Papalii Family
Fort Lewis, WA